CPT Maintenance Specialist Jobs
Maintenance Specialist CPT jobs let F-1 students apply hands-on facility management, HVAC, electrical, and mechanical systems coursework in real workplace settings. Your DSO must authorize CPT before your start date, and the role must connect directly to your degree program. Part-time CPT runs concurrently with classes; full-time CPT requires summer or a designated co-op term.
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Get Access To All JobsSummary: Capital Programs & Maintenance is accepting college students interested in project management, architectural services, project budgets, or construction management. Interns will receive meaningful real-world work experience and engage in various assigned projects. Communication skills, critical thinking, and leadership skills will be tested as interns take their first steps in managing projects.
Job Details
Title Capital Programs & Maintenance Part Time Intern
Description Position Title: Capital Programs & Maintenance Intern
Reports To: Executive Director of Capital Programs & Maintenance
Work Hours: Flexible during normal business hours M-F
Requirements
- Currently enrolled students in a Two- or Four-year College, University, or equivalent professional training program.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Must have reliable transportation to and from SCCPSS Capital Programs & Maintenance Department location – 3609 Hopkins Street, 31405.
- Ability to conduct site visits to active construction projects in the Chatham County Area.
Preferred Qualifications:
- College Students – currently enrolled in a college level program related to Engineering, Construction Management, Architectural, or Project Management.
- Familiarity with databases and project management software and spreadsheet development.
Essential Duties:
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Assist Project Managers and Staff: Collaborate closely with Project Managers and other team members to provide support for ongoing capital projects within the Savannah-Chatham County Public School System.
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Document Management: Organize and maintain critical design and construction documentation including drawings, project manuals, and specifications. Ensure that these documents are easily accessible to the team.
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Knowledge Base Development: Contribute to the development of a knowledge base that compiles best practices and lessons learned from SCCPSS capital projects. This may involve research, data collection, and documentation.
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Data Collection and Organization: Assist Project Managers in collecting and organizing data related to site inspections and conformance documentation. This may include inputting data into spreadsheets or databases.
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Technology Tools: Take responsibility for the use of technology tools used by the group such as plotters, tablets, and inspection devices. Ensure that these tools are in good working condition after use.
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Site Visits: If qualified and as needed, conduct site visits to active construction projects. This may involve documenting progress, taking photographs, and assisting in the assessment of project status.
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Assignment for hands-on learning with partnered Architectural, Engineering, and Construction Management firms.
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Leadership: Coordinate junior interns on multi-month projects, assigning duties and providing assistance until project completion.
Physical Requirements:
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Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
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Ability to walk, stand, or sit for extended periods of time.
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Ability to climb on building roofs.
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Possible exposure to heavy dust, dirt, chemical, or paint fumes, or other airborne matter.
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Ability to respond quickly in an emergency.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Work Requirements:
- Excellent written & verbal communication skills.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and capable of devising new approaches to problems encountered.
- Strong analytical and organizational skills. Must have the ability to plan and coordinate given tasks or projects.
- Demonstrates willingness to take on difficult tasks and complete assigned jobs.
- Required to wear professional attire and maintain a professional demeanor.
- Excellent technology literacy.
Summary: Capital Programs & Maintenance is accepting college students interested in project management, architectural services, project budgets, or construction management. Interns will receive meaningful real-world work experience and engage in various assigned projects. Communication skills, critical thinking, and leadership skills will be tested as interns take their first steps in managing projects.
Job Details
Title Capital Programs & Maintenance Part Time Intern
Description Position Title: Capital Programs & Maintenance Intern
Reports To: Executive Director of Capital Programs & Maintenance
Work Hours: Flexible during normal business hours M-F
Requirements
- Currently enrolled students in a Two- or Four-year College, University, or equivalent professional training program.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Must have reliable transportation to and from SCCPSS Capital Programs & Maintenance Department location – 3609 Hopkins Street, 31405.
- Ability to conduct site visits to active construction projects in the Chatham County Area.
Preferred Qualifications:
- College Students – currently enrolled in a college level program related to Engineering, Construction Management, Architectural, or Project Management.
- Familiarity with databases and project management software and spreadsheet development.
Essential Duties:
-
Assist Project Managers and Staff: Collaborate closely with Project Managers and other team members to provide support for ongoing capital projects within the Savannah-Chatham County Public School System.
-
Document Management: Organize and maintain critical design and construction documentation including drawings, project manuals, and specifications. Ensure that these documents are easily accessible to the team.
-
Knowledge Base Development: Contribute to the development of a knowledge base that compiles best practices and lessons learned from SCCPSS capital projects. This may involve research, data collection, and documentation.
-
Data Collection and Organization: Assist Project Managers in collecting and organizing data related to site inspections and conformance documentation. This may include inputting data into spreadsheets or databases.
-
Technology Tools: Take responsibility for the use of technology tools used by the group such as plotters, tablets, and inspection devices. Ensure that these tools are in good working condition after use.
-
Site Visits: If qualified and as needed, conduct site visits to active construction projects. This may involve documenting progress, taking photographs, and assisting in the assessment of project status.
-
Assignment for hands-on learning with partnered Architectural, Engineering, and Construction Management firms.
-
Leadership: Coordinate junior interns on multi-month projects, assigning duties and providing assistance until project completion.
Physical Requirements:
-
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
-
Ability to walk, stand, or sit for extended periods of time.
-
Ability to climb on building roofs.
-
Possible exposure to heavy dust, dirt, chemical, or paint fumes, or other airborne matter.
-
Ability to respond quickly in an emergency.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Work Requirements:
- Excellent written & verbal communication skills.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and capable of devising new approaches to problems encountered.
- Strong analytical and organizational skills. Must have the ability to plan and coordinate given tasks or projects.
- Demonstrates willingness to take on difficult tasks and complete assigned jobs.
- Required to wear professional attire and maintain a professional demeanor.
- Excellent technology literacy.
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Get Access To All JobsMaintenance Specialist CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Maintenance Specialist role qualify for CPT authorization?
It qualifies if the role directly relates to your degree program and your school recognizes it as an integral curricular component. Programs in facilities management, mechanical engineering technology, construction management, and related fields typically support this connection. Your DSO makes the final determination, so bring a detailed job description and a written explanation of how the duties map to your coursework before requesting authorization.
Can I work full-time as a Maintenance Specialist on CPT during the school year?
Full-time CPT during the academic year is allowed under F-1 regulations, but it requires specific approval from your DSO and typically applies to co-op programs built into your curriculum. Working full-time on CPT for 12 months or more eliminates your OPT eligibility entirely, so confirm with your DSO whether your program designates a co-op term or whether part-time CPT better protects your post-graduation options.
What documents do I need to start a Maintenance Specialist CPT job?
You need an updated I-20 with CPT authorization listed for the specific employer, start date, and end date, issued before your first day of work. Your employer will use this alongside your F-1 visa stamp and I-94 to complete the I-9. Some maintenance departments at larger institutions also request your DSO contact information to verify authorization directly, so have that available.
Do Maintenance Specialist employers typically know how CPT works?
Familiarity varies. Large employers with established internship pipelines, university facilities departments, and healthcare systems tend to have HR staff experienced with I-9 and E-Verify for F-1 students. Smaller contractors may not. When you apply through Migrate Mate, you can target employers with documented work authorization experience, which reduces the risk of an offer falling through because HR isn't familiar with CPT documentation.
Is there a limit to how many CPT jobs I can hold simultaneously as an F-1 student?
USCIS does not cap the number of concurrent CPT authorizations, but each employer and position requires separate DSO authorization and a separate I-20 endorsement. Holding multiple CPT roles at once is unusual for a Maintenance Specialist track because the physical, schedule-dependent nature of facilities work makes concurrent placements difficult to manage alongside coursework. Your DSO will assess whether multiple authorizations are academically justifiable.